Mechanic Jordan Hart is down on his luck, so he gladly accepts a temporary job servicing tractors at a hazelnut farm in Newberg, Oregon. He doesn’t expect to be attracted to his boss, Beckett Shaw. Still working on embracing his bisexuality, he’s reluctant to start anything, but Beckett’s gentle coaxing convinces Jordan to take a risk.<br><br>Beckett has vowed not to get involved with anyone until he can restore the Shaw Farms name as a leader in hazelnuts. But there’s no denying his interest in the shy mechanic who shows up at his door. Just as they begin to find a balance, outside forces threaten to tear them apart. Job opportunities force Jordan out of the Portland area he loves so much. But when danger comes too close to Beckett, Jordan must decide if he can follow his heart to the Willamette Valley ... and straight back to Beckett.

Hearts and Hazelnuts

Jordan didn’t have a lot of experience with sex, especially with men. But he wanted Beckett—wanted the man to hold him down and make him writhe. He hoped that’s what Beckett wanted, too. With a deliberate lick, he pulled off Beckett’s fingers, but he didn’t let go of his wrist. Instead he used his hold to gently ease Beckett closer.


“Holy fuck,” Beckett whispered and moved fast. He cradled Jordan’s face in his hands, and Jordan turned slightly and then opened his thighs so Beckett could step between. Jordan fought the urge to drop his gaze. Beckett’s eyes were filled with heat and want, and staring at it full-on was unnerving. But Jordan wanted just as much as Beckett did, and though he couldn’t understand whyBeckett did, he wasn’t going to question it.


At least not until after he’d gotten laid.


Chapter 20